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The Sour Grape - Jory John
The Instant #1 New York Times Bestseller!Don’t miss the sixth picture book in the #1 New York Times bestselling Food Group series that’s ripe with humor from Jory John and Pete Oswald!The Sour Grape holds grudges for every reason under the sun. Lime never returned a scarf they borrowed? Grudge! Orange never called back? Grudge! But when a friend holds a grudge against the Sour Grape without listening to an explanation, the Sour Grape realizes how unfair grudges can be. Could a bunch of forgiveness and compassion be enough to turn a sour grape sweet?Jory John and Pete Oswald serve up another heaping plate of laughs and lessons with this empowering, witty, and charming addition to their #1 New York Times bestselling series!Check Out Jory John and Pete Oswald’s other funny bestselling books for kids 4-8 and anyone who wants a laugh:The Bad SeedThe Good EggThe Cool BeanThe Couch PotatoThe Smart CookieThe Good Egg Presents: The Great Eggscape!The Bad Seed Presents: The Good, the Bad, the Spooky!The Cool Bean Presents: As Cool As It Gets!That’s What Dinosaurs Do
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The Smart Cookie - Jory John
An Instant New York Times Bestseller!Be a smart cookie—and don’t miss the fifth picture book in the #1 New York Times bestselling Food Group series from creators Jory John and Pete Oswald! This cookie has never felt like a smart cookie no matter how hard she tries, especially in comparison to all the clever cupcakes and brilliant rolls in the bakery. Will a dash of creativity and a sprinkle of confidence be enough to help her learn that perfect scores and having all the answers aren’t the only ingredients for intelligence?Jory John and Pete Oswald serve up another heaping plate of laughs and lessons with this empowering, witty, and charming addition to their #1 New York Times bestselling series!Check out Jory John and Pete Oswald’s funny, bestselling books for kids 4-8 and anyone who wants a laugh:The Bad SeedThe Good EggThe Cool BeanThe Couch PotatoThe Good Egg Presents: The Great Eggscape!The Bad Seed Presents: The Good, the Bad, the Spooky!The Cool Bean Presents: As Cool as It GetsThat’s What Dinosaurs Do
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The Big Cheese - Jory John
An Instant #1 New York Times Bestseller! Don’t miss the seventh picture book in the #1 New York Times bestselling Food Group series from Jory John and Pete Oswald!The Big Cheese is the best at everything, and brags about it, too. When the annual Cheese-cathlon comes around, the Big Cheese is prepared to win, as always. But what happens when the quiet new kid, Wedge Wedgeman, comes out on top? Is a slice of humility all the Big Cheese needs to discover that some things are better than being the best? Jory John and Pete Oswald serve up another heaping plate of laughs and lessons with this empowering, witty, and charming addition to their #1 New York Times bestselling series!Check Out Jory John and Pete Oswald’s other funny bestselling books for kids ages four to eight and anyone who wants a laugh:The Bad SeedThe Good EggThe Cool BeanThe Couch PotatoThe Smart CookieThe Sour GrapeThe Good Egg Presents: The Great Eggscape!The Bad Seed Presents: The Good, the Bad, and the Spooky!The Cool Bean Presents: As Cool as It Gets!The Bad Seed Goes to the LibraryThe Good Egg and the Talent ShowThat’s What Dinosaurs Do
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The Cool Bean - Jory John
AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!The “too-cool-for-school” third picture book from the #1 New York Times bestselling creators of The Bad Seed and The Good Egg, Jory John and Pete OswaldEveryone knows the cool beans. They’re sooooo cool.And then there’s the uncool has-bean . . .Always on the sidelines, one bean unsuccessfully tries everything he can to fit in with the crowd—until one day the cool beans show him how it’s done.With equal measures of humor, wit, and charm, the #1 New York Times bestselling duo Jory John and Pete Oswald craft another incredible picture book, reminding us that it’s cooler to be kind.Check out Jory John and Pete Oswald’s funny, bestselling books for kids 4-8 and anyone who wants a laugh:The Bad SeedThe Good EggThe Cool BeanThe Couch PotatoThe Good Egg Presents: The Great Eggscape!The Bad Seed Presents: The Good, the Bad, the Spooky!The Cool Bean Presents: As Cool as It GetsThat’s What Dinosaurs Do
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The Couch Potato - Jory John
An Instant New York Times Bestseller * An Instant Indie Bestseller * An Indie Next List SelectionFeeling fried? Peel yourself on the couch and meet your new pal-tato! The winning fourth picture book from the #1 New York Times bestselling creators of The Bad Seed, The Good Egg, and The Cool Bean, Jory John and Pete Oswald, will get you and your kids moving!The Couch Potato has everything within reach and doesn t have to move from the sunken couch cushion. But when the electricity goes out, Couch Potato is forced to peel away from the comforts of the living room and venture outside. Could fresh air and sunshine possibly be better than the views on screen?Readers of all ages will laugh along as their new best spuddy learns that balancing screen time and playtime is the root to true happiness.Check out Jory John and Pete Oswald’s funny, bestselling books for kids 4-8 and anyone who wants a laugh:The Bad SeedThe Good EggThe Cool BeanThe Couch PotatoThe Good Egg Presents: The Great Eggscape!The Bad Seed Presents: The Good, the Bad, the Spooky!The Cool Bean Presents: As Cool as It GetsThat’s What Dinosaurs Do
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The Good Egg Presents: The Great Eggscape! - Jory John
A New York Times Bestseller!Based on the #1 New York Times bestselling picture book sensation The Good Egg, Jory John and Pete Oswald present: The Great Eggscape! Includes two sticker sheets, perfect for decorating your own eggs.The Great Eggscape is when the Good Egg and his pals escape their carton and drop into the store for a morning of fun, enjoyed by everybody.Well, almost everybody.Shel (an egg) isn’t a huge fan of group activities, especially when he’s made to be “It” for a game of hide-and-seek. Nevertheless, Shel doesn’t want to let his friends down, so he reluctantly plays. But after a morning of hiding and seeking, somebody’s still missing. Will the dozen eggs friends ever be reunited? Find out in this hilarious egg hunt adventure that reminds us to break out of our shells and help our friends in need! A funny book to share anytime, and the two sticker sheets make it especially egg-cellent for Easter.Check out Jory John and Pete Oswald’s funny, bestselling books for kids 4-8 and anyone who wants a laugh:The Bad SeedThe Good EggThe Cool BeanThe Couch PotatoThe Good Egg Presents: The Great Eggscape!The Bad Seed Presents: The Good, the Bad, the Spooky!The Cool Bean Presents: As Cool as It GetsThat’s What Dinosaurs Do
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The Bad Seed - Jory John
A New York Times bestseller!This is a book about a bad seed. A baaaaaaaaaad seed. How bad? Do you really want to know? He has a bad temper, bad manners, and a bad attitude. He’s been bad since he can remember! This seed cuts in line every time, stares at everybody and never listens. But what happens when one mischievous little seed changes his mind about himself, and decides that he wants to be—happy?With Jory John’s charming and endearing text and bold expressive illustrations by Pete Oswald, here is The Bad Seed: a funny yet touching tale that reminds us of the remarkably transformative power of will, acceptance, and just being you. Perfect for readers young and old, The Bad Seed proves that positive change is possible for each and every one of us.Check out Jory John and Pete Oswald’s funny, bestselling books for kids 4-8 and anyone who wants a laugh:The Bad SeedThe Good EggThe Cool BeanThe Couch PotatoThe Good Egg Presents: The Great Eggscape!The Bad Seed Presents: The Good, the Bad, the Spooky!The Cool Bean Presents: As Cool as It GetsThat’s What Dinosaurs Do
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The Good Egg and the Talent Show - Jory John
The Good Egg discovers his true talent in this Level One I Can Read by the #1 New York Times bestselling duo Jory John and Pete Oswald!The talent show is today and the Good Egg is so excited. There’s just one problem. He doesn’t have an act! When the talent show starts, he accepts that he’ll be just a regular ol’ audience member. But when his friends need help on stage, the Good Egg steps up to help and discovers that being yourself and kindness deserve a standing ovation.The Good Egg and the Talent Show is a Level 1 I Can Read book, which means it s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start reading on their own
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The Good Egg - Jory John
A #1 New York Times bestseller!An Amazon Best Books of the Year 2019 selection!From the bestselling creators of The Bad Seed, a timely story about not having to be Grade A perfect!Meet the good egg. He’s a verrrrrry good egg indeed.But trying to be so good is hard when everyone else is plain ol’ rotten.As the other eggs in the dozen behave badly, the good egg starts to crack from all the pressure of feeling like he has to be perfect.So, he decides enough is enough! It’s time for him to make a change…Dynamic duo Jory John and Pete Oswald hatch a funny and charming story that reminds us of the importance of balance, self-care, and accepting those we love (even if they are sometimes a bit rotten).Perfect for reading aloud and shared story time!
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The Big Cheese Presents: Have Yourself a Cheesy Little Christmas - Jory John
From the #1 New York Times bestselling creators of the Food Group series comes a Christmas picture book featuring the ever-popular character the Big Cheese. Perfect for holiday promotions, this book includes a tear sheet of twelve holiday cards and festive foil on the cover. Every December, the Big Cheese hosts a gigantic jamboree with flashy decorations, sparkling outfits, extravagant gifts, ear-bursting music, and jaw-dropping entertainment. It s the #1 party in town and it can t be beat!But this holiday season, mere hours before the festivities, disaster strikes! With no backup plan in place, the Big Cheese must call in a big favor to help save the big day. But will Christmas still be Christmas if it s not quite so grand?You don⠙t want to miss this hilarious, charming, and thought-provoking continuation of Jory John and Pete Oswald⠙s bestselling Food Group series. Check out Jory John and Pete Oswald⠙s funny, bestselling books for kids 4⠓8 and anyone who wants a laugh:The Bad SeedThe Good EggThe Cool BeanThe Couch PotatoThe Smart CookieThe Sour GrapeThe Big CheeseThe Good Egg Presents: The Great Eggscape!The Bad Seed Presents: The Good, the Bad, and the Spooky!The Cool Bean Presents: As Cool as It GetsThe Bad Seed Goes to the LibraryThe Good Egg and the Talent ShowThe Cool Bean Makes a SplashThat⠙s What Dinosaurs Do
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The Cool Bean Makes a Splash - Jory John
The Cool Bean faces the super slide in this Level Two I Can Read by the #1 New York Times bestselling duo Jory John and Pete Oswald!It s a perfect day at the community pool for a swim. The cool beans are the best swimmers in town. Check out how they dive! Look at how they cannonball! Watch how they backflip! YOW!As for the Cool Bean, the shallow side of the pool is the only side of the pool he treads water on. Until one day, the Cool Bean sees the super slide and finds the courage to finally ride the slide...or does he? Find out in this splashy story about taking chances, trying new things, and leaning on your friends.The Cool Bean Makes a Splash is a Level Two I Can Read book, geared for kids who read on their own but still need a little help. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the engaging stories, longer sentences, and language play of Level Two books are proven to help kids take their next steps toward reading success.
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The Bad Seed Goes to the Library - Jory John
The Bad Seed borrows an awesome book from the library in this Level One I Can Read by the #1 New York Times bestselling duo Jory John and Pete Oswald!The Bad Seed is in a good mood…for once. That’s because there’s a really cool book at the library available for checkout. The Bad Seed reads, and reads, until the book can’t be read anymore.But suddenly, he gets bad news: The book must be returned to the library so another seed can enjoy it. Will the bad seed return to his baaaaaad ways and keep the book? Pick up this really cool book to find out!The Bad Seed Goes to the Library is a Level 1 I Can Read book, which means it s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start reading on their own.
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Thirty Days with E. Stanley Jones - John E Harnish
Does a preacher from the previous century have anything to say to this generation? Yes! His clarion call to justice and loving community was shaped by his friendship with Mahatma Gandhi and influenced the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. In one of his famous appeals, Jones wrote: Let us go out to stimulate everybody and throw open the doors of equal opportunity to every single person. We must galvanize beaten down people with a faith in God, in themselves and in the future. ... And this faith in humanity would apply to people outside our own borders. In his day, E. Stanley Jones (1884-1973) was described as the greatest missionary since Saint Paul. More than an evangelist, he was the author of 27 books that sold millions of copies. He also was a statesman, the founder of Christian ashrams, an interfaith leader as well as a spokesman for peace, racial inclusion and social justice. He was a confidant of presidents Franklin D. Roosevelt and Harry Truman. Twice nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize, his ministry in India brought him into close contact with that country s leaders including Jawaharlal Nehru, Rabindranath Tagore, and Mahatma Gandhi. His writings from India influenced Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. s own nonviolent approach to injustice.The crystal clarity and the warm hospitality of Jones Christian message formed working relationships with leaders of other world religions and often startled his own American evangelical colleagues, especially when he prophetically condemned racism as spiritual treason against God. As challenging as his preaching sometimes was in confronting injustice, Jones was best known for inspirational Christian messages of hope and refreshment for the millions of people from every walk of life who he addressed either in person or through his writings.Now, a widespread movement is reviving Jones spiritual wisdom in the midst of global tensions over faith, ethnicity and race. The Rev. Dr. John E. Harnish, himself a noted Christian educator, writer and pastor, has written 30 short, inspiring true stories from Jones life and the people that he touched, that illustrate the timeless, loving wisdom that he believed lay at the core of Christianity.The stories can be read as daily devotionals or could be discussed with friends or within small groups, Sunday schools and congregations. The book includes a complete discussion guide as well as links to introductory videos by Harnish that can be used to spark discussion in your group.In his introduction to these 30 stories, Harnish writes, From Jones life and work, we can hear a word which is as relevant today as it was 75 years ago. In a day when tensions between races and religions are on the rise globally and the message of the Christian faith seems to be either weak or aligned with a political agenda, the voice of a true World Christian needs to be heard once again.
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All My Friends Are Dead - Avery Monsen, Jory John
All My Friends Are Dead is both the saddest funny book and the funniest sad book you #39;ll ever read.This witty and captivating tale offers a delightful primer for laughing at the inevitable: If you #39;re a dinosaur, all your friends are dead. If you #39;re a pirate, all your friends have scurvy. If you #39;re a tree, all your friends are end tables. Showcasing the downside of being everything from a clown to a cassette tape to a zombie, each page of this illustrated humor book is laugh-out-loud funny. Simple yet effective comic-style imagery and short, hilarious quips come together to create an amusing adventure through a range of unique grievances and wide-eyed dilemmas, from the sock whose only friends have gone missing to the houseplant whose friends are being slowly killed by irresponsible plant owners (like you). Cute and dark all at once, this children #39;s book for adults presents endlessly entertaining stories about life and existential predicaments. TALENTED TEAM: National bestseller All My Friends Are Dead and companion volume All My Friends Are Still Dead are written by Avery Monsen, an actor, artist, and writer and Jory John, a writer, editor, and journalist. They are friends, and neither is dead. Yet. READERS LOVE IT: With hundreds of five-star ratings, reviewers can #39;t get enough of this book. One calls it gloriously dark, and another says that guests are drawn to it like a magnet. EDITORIAL RAVES: This uproarious book has garnered praise from several media outlets, including The Huffington Post: Laugh out loud funny, and a tiny bit disturbing. In other words, perfect. and Paste magazine: Finds humor in mortality. Perfect for: Fans of darkly comic or slightly inappropriate books Gift givers shopping for a fun birthday or retirement gift Anyone looking for a unique coffee table book or conversation starter Readers of Jory John #39;s #1 New York Times bestselling books The Good Egg, The Sour Grape, and other titles in The Bad Seed series
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Lord John and the Hand of Devils - Diana Gabaldon
A keepsake collection of Lord John Grey s shorter adventures and a spectacular addition to any Gabaldon fan s library, Lord John and the Hand of the Devils brings these three unique novellas together for the first time.____________Lord John and the Hellfire Club marks the first appearance of Lord John outside the Outlander novels (and chronologically precedes the novel Lord John and the Private Matter). A young diplomat is killed in the street as he begs Lord John for help. Witnessing the murder, Grey vows to avenge the young man, as the trail leads to the notorious Hellfire Club and the dark caves beneath Medmenham AbbeyIn Lord John and the Succubus, Grey s assignment as liaison to a Hanoverian regiment in Germany finds him caught between two threats: the advancing French and Austrian army, and the menace of a mysterious night-hag, who spreads fear and death among the troops. Acknowledging that he is unlikely to fall victim to a succubus, Lord John is obliged to contend with the marauding night-hag before the enemy arrives. This tale with a touch of the supernatural bridges the action between Gabaldon s two full-length Lord John tales.Finally, in Lord John and the Haunted Soldier, Lord John is called to the Arsenal at Woolwich to answer a Royal Commission of Enquiry s questions regarding a cannon that exploded during the battle of Krefeld (a central action in Lord John and the Brotherhood of the Blade). Accusations ensue, and Lord John finds himself knee-deep in a morass of gunpowder, treason, and plot -- haunted by a dead lieutenant, and followed by a man with no face.____________Readers love Lord John and the Hand of Devils . . .***** John Grey is my spirit animal. I am such a fan of this series! ***** My eyes couldn t read fast enough!! ***** I enjoyed all three, once again became lost in the time period within seconds of starting to read....I don t know how Diana G. does it! ***** I really, really liked this trilogy of novellas that were included in this book. ***** The insight is fascinating, interesting and favourable.
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The Prophecies of Merlin - John Matthews, Maarten Haverkamp
Reveals forgotten Arthurian lore hidden in the prophetic language of a medieval text• Includes the story of Merlin’s birth as the son of a demon, how he was born already able to speak, how his magic ensured he was not killed by his babysitter, and details of his affair with the Lady of the Lake• Shares stories of Percival’s first contact with the Grail and King Arthur’s connection with the legendary mystical king Prester John• Includes early Welsh prophecies attributed to Merlin, prophecies compiled by historian Geoffrey of Monmouth, and the letter of Prester John that inspired ColumbusMaarten Haverkamp acquired a French book from 1498 titled The Prophecies of Merlin that claimed to be prophecies given by the legendary magician. The book was really a compilation of documents collected by an unknown 13th century monk. Working with John Matthews, Maarten spent five years translating the mysteries hidden in this obscure book.Presenting their translation and commentary, the authors share forgotten stories of early Arthurian literature and magic. They share the tale of Merlin’s birth from a demon, how he was born able to speak, and how his magic ensured he was not killed by his guardian. Merlin’s affair with the Lady of the Lake is detailed, ending with his imprisonment in a tomb. Other stories include Percival’s first contact with the Grail and King Arthur’s connection with the mystical king Prester John. The authors show how The Prophecies of Merlin sheds new light on the world of King Arthur and the women who learned magic from Merlin.To reveal the esoteric meaning of this work, the authors include Welsh prophecies attributed to Merlin (translated by John and Caitlín Matthews), other prophecies attributed to Merlin that were compiled by Geoffrey of Monmouth, and the original letter of Prester John that inspired the Polo family and Columbus to search for India.Discovering a hitherto lost or forgotten book about Merlin and King Arthur is a rare event these days. Yet here the authors present a virtually forgotten and, to date, untranslated book, which includes much that is new—and exciting—about the legendary king and his magical adviser. Through their translation and insightful passage by passage commentary, they reveal secrets long hidden behind the obscure language of the prophetic utterances.
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The Bird Singers - Jean Boucault, Johnny Rasse
“A mesmerizing tale like no other.”—Priyanka Kumar, author of Conversations with Birds“A beautiful book. The writing about birds—their songs and sounds, what birds mean to us, the wonder and joy they evoke in us—is among the most original, insightful, and enjoyable I’ve read.”—James Macdonald Lockhart, author of Wild Air: In Search of BirdsongThis captivating memoir takes readers into the eccentric world of competitive bird-calling—following the coming-of-age story of two boys who found their voice in the natural world.This captivating book brings together two birds of a feather: Jean and Johnny, boys from very different worlds growing up in a small village in France. Jean is the genteel pharmacist’s son, dressed in his Sunday best; Johnny’s father is a rough, working-class sheep herder, always with the odor of animals clinging to him. Each year, over three hundred bird species visit their village, which intersects a major migratory flyway.The two boys’ stories converge when Jean enters a bird-calling contest. He places second, and at only eleven years old becomes a child celebrity on the bird-calling circuit. Then Johnny starts to compete as well. At the annual bird festival, both boys are standouts, and a long, admiring rivalry develops between them, eventually culminating in the European championships.As they evolve as performers, the two boys’ identities become more distinct: Jean is soft-spoken, while Johnny likes to play to the crowd. While most of their competitors are adult men, hunters who learned to call birds for sport, the two boys are fascinated with the pure beauty of birdsong, and in trying to transcend themselves through imitating birds. Their shared passion develops into an enduring partnership as performers, and they go on to tour the world in concert as the Bird Singers.This is a story as much about friendship as it is about birdsong. The setting is timeless and bucolic, with long walks to small village schools, games of pick-up soccer, and father-son birding trips. The chapters, which bounce back and forth between the two narrators, are woven through with descriptions of colorful characters in the bird-calling competition circuit and the kind of ornithological detail that can only come from a true passion for birds. There is poetry in the description of the different birds, from common seagulls to thrushes and bluethroats and nightingales, and something like communion in the way Jean and Johnny understand the feathered friends they imitate.Unique, evocative, and cinematic, The Bird Singers is the story of an unlikely friendship, sparked by a desire to speak with the avian world.
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Stay the Course - John C. Bogle
A journey through the Index Revolution from the man who started it all Stay the Course is the story the Vanguard Group as told by its founder, legendary investor John C. Bogle. This engrossing book traces the history of Vanguardâ ”the largest mutual fund organization on earth. Offering the worldâ ™s first index mutual fund in 1976, John Bogle led Vanguard from a $1.4 billion firm with a staff of 28 to a global company of 16,000 employees and with more than $5 trillion in assets under management. An engaging blend of company history, investment perspective, and personal memoir, this book provides a fascinating look into the mind of an extraordinary man and the company he created. John Bogle continues to be an inspiring and trusted figure to millions of individual investors the world over. His creative innovation, personal integrity, and stubborn determination infuse every aspect of the company he founded. This accessible and engaging book will help you: Explore the history of some of Vanguardâ ™s most important mutual funds, including First Index Investment Trust, Wellington Fund, and Windsor Fund Understand how the Vanguard Group gave rise to the Index Revolution and transformed the lives of millions of individual investorsGain insight on John Bogleâ ™s views on values such as perseverance, caring, commitment, integrity, and fairnessInvestigate a wide range of investing topics through the lens of one of the most prominent figures in the history of modern finance The Vanguard Group and John Bogle are inextricably linkedâ ”it would be impossible to tell one story without the other. Stay the Course: The Story of Vanguard and the Index Revolution weaves these stories together taking you on a journey through the history of one revolutionary company and one remarkable man. Investors, wealth managers, financial advisors, business leaders, and those who enjoy a good story, will find this book as informative and unique as its author.
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The Sunflower - Nicholas Kotar, John Maximovitch
May our love for the Sun, the will of God, be as strong as the sunflower?s, so that even in days of hardship and sorrow we will continue to sail unerringly along the sea of life, following the directions of the barometer and compass of God?s will that leads us to the safe haven of eternity.??St John of Tobolsk? This is a thoroughly practical manual of the spiritual life that focuses on the central goal of every Christian: discerning the will of God and struggling to mold our life to it, just as Christ ?humbled Himself and became obedient? (Philippians 2:8). Saint John addresses fundamental questions: Why should we care about God?s will? What are the benefits in following His will? How do we avoid common obstacles to living in accordance with His will? The reader will find practical and eternal wisdom running through these writings that discuss the perennial questions of why a good God permits evil. This is the first English edition of St John?s text, edited and abbreviated for the contemporary reader. St John Maximovitch (1651-1715) was Metropolitan of Tobolsk and all Siberia. He served as a missionary in Siberia and was known for his unpretentiousness and his generosity to the poor. His veneration among the people grew after his repose and he was glorified by the Russian Church in 1916, becoming the last canonized saint of the pre-revolutionary period. He is best known today as the namesake and ancestor of the great 20th-century saint of the Russian diaspora, St John of Shanghai and San Francisco.
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The Heroes of Tolkien: An Exploration of Tolkien´s Heroic Characters, and the Sources that Inspired his Work from Myth, Literature and History - David
In J. R. R Tolkien s Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit and The Silmarillion, Middle-earth endured cataclysmic wars and critical battles, causing great men, women and mystical creatures to arise, influence and shape the course of its history. Here in this book, Tolkien expert David Day examines the complexities surrounding Tolkien s portrayal of good and evil, and analyses Middle-earth s most celebrated heroes and the literary, historical and mythological sources that inspired their creation.This work is unofficial and is not authorized by the Tolkien Estate or HarperCollins Publishers.
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Daisy Jones and The Six - Taylor Jenkins Reid
THE TIE-IN EDITION FOR THE AMAZON PRIME TV SERIES STARRING SAM CLAFLIN, RILEY KEOUGH AND CAMILA MORRONEFrom the author of CARRIE SOTO IS BACK, THE SEVEN HUSBANDS OF EVELYN HUGO and the bestselling MALIBU RISING I LOVE it . . . I can t remember the last time I read a book that was so fun DOLLY ALDERTONEverybody knows Daisy Jones and the Six.Their sound defined an era. Their albums were on every turntable. They sold out arenas from coast to coast.Then, on 12 July 1979, Daisy Jones walked barefoot onto the stage at Chicago Stadium. And it all came crashing down.Everyone was there.Everyone remembers it differently.Nobody knew why they split. Until now . . . The verdict: Daisy Jones steals the limelight STYLIST New obsession, incoming TELEGRAPH I didn t want this book to end FEARNE COTTON Utterly believable . . . fantastically enjoyable THE TIMES Pitch perfect SUNDAY TIMES Reads like an addictive Netflix documentary meets A Star Is Born - despite being utterly fictional. It s also a call-to-arms that when you find your niche, don t doubt, embrace it EMERALD STREET Well observed, sensitively told . . . a great read BBC A tremendously engaging, and completely believable tale of rock and roll excess... inventive, persuasive and completely satisfying DYLAN JONES I spent a lost weekend in this book. Daisy Jones is an instant icon ERIN KELLY DAISY JONES THE SIX is a transporting novel - at once a love story, a glimpse into the combustible inner workings of a rock-and-roll band, and a pitch-perfect recreation of the music scene of the Fleetwood Mac era. You ll never want it to end CECILIA AHERN Once in a blue moon you get to discover a book you end up pressing upon many other people to read. Taylor Jenkins Reid has got every nuance, every detail exact and right. I loved every word PAUL REES So brilliantly written I thought all the characters were real . . . I couldn t put it down EDITH BOWMAN Explosive . . . a gorgeous novel and a ravishing read SUNDAY EXPRESS The characters leap off the page, seducing you with their dramas, and making you wish the band was real HEAT The heady haze of the 70s music scene, and a perfectly flawed Daisy, combine to create a fresh, rock n roll read. I loved it ALI LAND, author of Good Me Bad Me
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Dad Jokes: The Funniest Yet - Jokes Dad Says
A new collection of fantastically funny jokes from the Instagram sensation @DadSaysJokesTHE PERFECT FATHER #39;S DAY GIFTThe must-have joke collection from the Sunday Times bestsellers @DadSaysJokesQ: How can you tell a pig is hot?A: It #39;s bacon. The iconic Instagram page @DadSaysJokes returns with a fresh batch of dad jokes to share with your nearest and dearest. Packed with jokes so bad that they #39;re good, Dad Jokes: The Funniest Yet is the perfect gift for every occasion. @DadSaysJokes is a community-run Dad jokes network on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter, with more than 8 million followers, inspired by the daily jokes of author Kit Chilvers #39; dad, Andrew. Every day, followers submit their jokes and the team picks their favorites - or Dad just drops in his own zinger! Kit, a young social networking influencer, started his career at the tender age of 14 when he created his original platform, Football.Newz. He has since added another fourteen platforms, including @PubityPets and monster meme Instagram page @Pubity with over 40 million followers. This is his seventh book.
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The Book of St John - Fergus Henderson, Trevor Gulliver
The Book of St John is too witty to be a manifesto, but it is a sturdy invocation of the need for comfort, generosity and ritual at the table. And it is a gurglingly delightful compendium of - quite simply - delicious ideas and stories Nigella Lawson An unutterable joy from the team behind one of the most influential and important restaurants in Britain ... This is much more than a book of recipes, though (glorious as they are). Itâ ™s also about the importance of the table, of feasting, of friendship, of the white cloth napkin on your knee. And it sings of simple but wonderful pleasures: a bacon sandwich and a glass of cider, a doughnut and a glass of champagne.â ™ Diana Henry, The Telegraph The Book of St. JOHN, part food gospel, part memoir, part recipe book. Observer Food MonthlyJoin the inimitable Fergus Henderson and Trevor Gulliver as they welcome you into their world-famous restaurant, inviting you to celebrate 25 years of unforgettable, innovative food.Established in 1994, St. JOHN has become renowned for its simplicity, its respect for quality ingredients and for being a pioneer in zero waste cooking â “ they strive to use every part of an ingredient, from leftover stale bread for puddings, bones for broths and stocks, to typically unused parts of the animal (such as the tongue) being made the hero of a dish. Recipes include: Braised rabbit, mustard and baconOx tongue, carrots and caper sauceDuck fat toastSmoked codâ ™s roe, egg and potato cakeConfit suckling pig shoulder and dandelionThe Smithfield pickled cucumbersSt. JOHN chutneyButterbean, rosemary and garlic wuzzHoney and bay rice puddingFeaturing all the best-loved seminal recipes as well as comprehensive menus and wine recommendations, Fergus and Trevor will take a look back at the ethos and working practices of a food dynasty that has inspired a generation of chefs and home cooks.
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The Upside of Down - John D. Ulsh
The Upside of Down is a powerful true story of resilience, as John Ulsh recounts his journey from a catastrophic accident and a near-hopeless prognosis to overcoming immense physical and emotional challenges—offering readers an inspiring roadmap to rebuilding their lives, embracing adversity, and reclaiming their personal power.One December afternoon, John Ulsh and his family were laughing and looking forward to picking out the perfect Christmas tree. Then—impact. Metal twisted, glass shattered, and life as he knew it was torn apart. The next thing John remembers is waking up in a hospital bed from a coma. John and his family were hit head-on in a collision with a combined impact of 125 mph. Given less than a 3 percent chance of survival, he spent weeks in a coma, months in hospitals and rehabs, and years in recovery. With his body shattered, he endured more than forty-five surgeries, relentless pain, and a long road to rebuilding both his body and mind—refusing to let tragedy define him. The Upside of Down is more than a story of survival—it’s a roadmap for resilience. Through raw storytelling and actionable strategies, John shares the principles that helped him move beyond survival and rebuild his life. Readers will learn how to: - Understand the real source of your struggles—because the surface problem is rarely the true obstacle. - Create a written plan—a roadmap that keeps you moving forward even when motivation fades. - Take the first step—because change doesn’t happen until you do something about it. - Fall in love with the process—because real growth isn’t just about reaching the goal; it’s about who you become along the way. - Turn setbacks into stepping stones—by reframing challenges as opportunities for growth. - Build unshakable consistency—because success isn’t about motivation; it’s about showing up every day. - Surround themselves with the right people—because no one overcomes adversity alone. - Shift from external validation to personal fulfillment—because true success is measured by inner growth, not outside approval. This book will challenge you to confront what holds you back, inspire you to take action, and remind you that each day is a gift—don’t wait to live it.
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The Reckoning - John Grisham
I couldn t help thinking of Harper Lee s great American novel To Kill a Mockingbird while reading The Reckoning . . . [Grisham] knows how to spin a yarn - Chicago Sun-Times May be his greatest work yet - David Grann, New York Times bestselling author of Killers of the Flower Moon?Pete Banning was Clanton s favourite son, a returning war hero, the patriarch of a prominent family; a farmer, father, and a faithful member of the Methodist Church. Then one cool October morning in 1946, he rose early, drove into town, walked into the Church, and calmly shot and killed the Reverend Dexter Bell.As if the murder wasn t shocking enough, it was even more baffling that Pete s only statement about it - to the sheriff, to his defense attorney, to the judge, to his family and friends, and to the people of Clanton - was I have nothing to say .What turned Pete from a pillar of the community into cold-hearted killer? And why won t he confide in anyone? All his closest family knows is that it must have been something devastating - and that the fallout will haunt them, and the town, for decades to come . . .Further praise for The Reckoning Beautifully constructed . . . weaves a truly magical spell - Daily Mail In this saga of love and war, John Grisham has given us a sprawling and engrossing story about a southern family, a global conflict, and the kinds of secrets that can shape all of us. From the courtrooms and jails of rural Mississippi to the war-torn Pacific, Grisham spins a tale that is at once entertaining and illuminating - Jon Meacham, New York Times bestselling author of The Soul of America John Grisham is the master of legal fiction, and his latest starts with a literal bang - and then travels backward through the horrors of war to explore what makes a hero, what makes a villain, and how thin the line between the two might be - Jodi Picoult, internationally bestselling author of A Spark of Light and Small Great Things When a master of storytelling and suspense takes on one of the most wrenching stories in history, the result is a book that will break your heart, set your blood pumping and your mind racing, and leave you gasping for breath by the final page. I m still trying to recover from The Reckoning - Candice Millard, New York Times bestselling author of The River of Doubt and Destiny of the Republic 350+ million copies, 45 languages, 9 blockbuster films:NO ONE WRITES DRAMA LIKE JOHN GRISHAM
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Chase, the Bad Baby - John Ellsworth
When a hospital covers up a tragedy, a young lawyer seeks justice.Thaddeus Murfee, a tenacious young lawyer, takes on a corrupt hospital and insurance company after a newborn suffers a devastating brain injury.As Murfee navigates a treacherous web of medical malpractice and forged records, he uncovers a sinister conspiracy that threatens to derail his case.With the odds stacked against him, he has to stay one step ahead in his quest for justice.A pulse-pounding crime thriller that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.For fans of John Grisham; a tense legal thriller with twists you wonÂ’t see coming.___________________________________________Praise for the Thaddeus Murfee legal thrillers:????? Adventure, Excitement and Eliminating bud guysÂ…????? Everything a Thriller Should Be.????? Overwhelmingly engrossing.....????? Best fast read in a long time.????? Mind-blowing Excitement.????? Please read everything Mr.John Ellsworth writes.????? So far, this series is a must-read. John Ellsworth is a new author to me, and I will continue to read what he writes.????? John Ellsworth has done a great job creating a character who is in the same category as John Grisham, And the other great writers, my new favorite.????? Remarkable book!????? John Ellsworth doesn t fool around.????? Simply awesome.
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The Vanishing Act - Jo Jakeman
A deliciously darkly funny thriller of the very best kind - Fiona Cummins, author of When I Was Ten----------Life as a missing person is absolute murder...When artist Eloise Ford hears that human remains found in an abandoned mine are believed to be those of long-missing teenager Elizabeth King, the shock sends her reeling.It can t be true. Eloise knows this for a fact because... she is Elizabeth King.Now, her carefully curated life in Cornwall is falling apart. Her husband is acting strangely, her children aren t speaking to her and she can t sell a painting for love nor money. But much more worrying are the signs that someone knows exactly who she is... and why she had to vanish thirty years ago.Eloise needs answers. Is her son s ex-girlfriend just plain annoying... or does she know something? Will the detection skills of the online Truth Seekers group prove more than amateurish? What s the real story behind those village newcomers?And just how far would she go to keep her family, her friends, and her fraudulent life, safe?----------Readers love Jo Jakeman! I couldn t put this down - such a clever, witty mystery, with great twists and a brilliant cast of characters who aren t always what they seem... I loved it! - Nicci Cloke, author of Her Many Faces I raced through this intriguing, twisty and darkly funny thriller! - Roz Watkins, author of The Red House What a cracking read! I had an absolute blast reading it 😊 - Amazon reviewer âââââ Humour and secrets aplenty... a fantastic read! - Amazon reviewer âââââ Jo Jakeman s new books are always a cause of jubilation. I raced through this book on Christmas Day. The story was gripping... When you writing the next one, Jo? - Amazon reviewer âââââ Couldn t put it down! Looking forward to seeing what Jo writes next! - Amazon reviewer âââââ Loved this; a fun and twisty mystery! - Laura Marshall, author of Friend Request Jo Jakeman is something of a canny secret for those readers in the know. Join the club. Buy this book... join me in the queue for the next one. - Amazon reviewer âââââ Packed with explosive twists, this captivating murder mystery will keep you reading late into the night - Womans Own A superb mystery with perfectly drawn characters and plenty of twists and turns - Katy Watson, author of The Three Dahlias Absolutely loved this witty, wicked and cleverly plotted story, with its sharply-drawn characters and skewering of privilege and class.... a classic murder mystery - and one that will keep you guessing to the very end - Caz Frear, author of Sweet Little Lies----------Perfect for fans of Liane Moriarty, Lisa Jewell and Kristen Perrin, this clever, darkly comic thriller will keep you glued to the pages!
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Dad Jokes: The Priceless Edition - Jokes Dad Says
THE FIFTH COLLECTION FROM THE INSTAGRAM SENSATION @DADSAYSJOKESQ: What do cars spread on their toast?A: Traffic jam.The hit Instagram page @DadSaysJokes returns with an all-new batch of hilarious dad jokes to share with friends and family. Back by popular demand, with hundreds of gags for every occasion, Dad Jokes: The Priceless Edition is the perfect gift for Father s Day, birthdays, Christmastime and beyond.@DadSaysJokes is a community-run Dad jokes network on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter, with more than 8 million followers, inspired by the daily jokes of author Kit Chilvers dad, Andrew. Every day, followers submit their jokes and the team picks their favourites - or Dad just drops in his own zinger! Kit, a young social networking influencer, started his career at the tender age of 14 when he created his original platform, Football.Newz. He has since added 15 platforms including @pubity, the global feel-good news page that has almost 40 million followers. This is his fifth book.
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Happy Ever After for the Cornish Midwife - Jo Bartlett
The emotional finale to the bestselling Cornish Midwife series! Get your tissues ready!**Midwife Jess is so used to helping other mums achieve their dreams that sheâ ™s put her own hopes of motherhood firmly on hold. After having her heart broken once before, Jess is determined to focus all she has on her small family and stepson Riley and make sure he feels safe, happy and loved. But when Jess is asked to care for a tiny baby and new mum in need of support, sheâ ™s torn. Jess wants to help, but she isnâ ™t sure her battered heart could cope with saying goodbye to another baby sheâ ™s fallen in love with. Jess knows this could be the happy ever after sheâ ™s always dreamed of, but what if it costs her more heartache along the way? Is she brave enough to take one last chance at motherhood?A heartwarming, uplifting read from top 10 bestselling suthor Jo Bartlett, perfect for fans of Christie Barlow, Jessica Redland and Holly Martin. Praise for Jo Bartlett: Stunning setting, wonderful characters, and oozing with warmth. A triumph from Jo Bartlett Jessica Redland Perfectly written and set in the beating heart of a community, this story is a wonderful slice of Cornish escapism Helen J Rolfe What a wonderful end to the series. I laughed and cried but loved every second ?????????? Reader Review One of the loveliest series l have ever read. This last book was really special ?????????? Reader Review This series has been full of so much hope, love and warmth, I am looking forward very much to Jo Bartlettâ ™s future books ?????????? Reader Review Happy Ever After for the Cornish Midwife is the perfect way to say goodbye to the Cornish Midwife series. Another beautifully touching, heartwarming, and emotional story by Jo Bartlett ?????????? Reader Review
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The Apology of the Church of England (Edition2023) - Jewel John
The Apology of the Church of England is a vast theological work written by John Jewel, a 16th-century English bishop. This book is a important piece of Reformation literature and serves as a protection and clarification of the principles, practices, and ideals of the Church of England during a duration of religious upheaval. John Jewel became a staunch defender of the English Reformation and a prominent parent inside the early Anglican Church. In The Apology, he addresses the theological and doctrinal controversies of the time, especially those that emerged at some point of the reign of Queen Mary I, while Catholicism in brief regained prominence in England. The e book serves as an articulate argument in choose of the reformed English church, supplying a case for the distinctive non secular identification of the Church of England. It articulates the church s positions on issues like the authority of the Bible, the position of lifestyle, the character of the sacraments, and the veneration of saints. John Jewel s The Apology played a pivotal position in shaping the identification of the Church of England because it transitioned from Catholicism to Protestantism. It stays a treasured historical and theological aid for scholars, theologians, and everyone interested by the history of the English Reformation and the development of the Anglican faith.
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Johnny Cash: The Life in Lyrics - Johnny Cash, Mark Stielper, Johnny Carter Cash
This book marks the first time Johnny Cash s 60 years of songwriting have been collected anywhere. Cash is one of the most beloved and influential country-music stars of all time, having composed more than 600 songs and perhaps best known for blending country, rock, blues, and gospel in his music, ushering in the countrypolitan and Outlaw country movements. An essential collectible that sheds new light on Cash s life and work, this oversize and sumptuously designed book includes rare and never-before-seen visual material alongside stories and commentary from Cash s son, John Carter Cash, Mark Stielper, Cash and Carter family historian, and others.Released the year of the twentieth anniversary of the legendary musician s passing, it will be a landmark moment in music publishing. A deluxe limited edition will also be available This publication marks the first time the Cash Estate will open its archive to help lovers of his music understand his timeless songs in a new light, and to share the stories behind their creation. Public Historian Dr.Brian Dempsey will oversee the visual contributions.
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The Secret Life of John le Carré - Adam Sisman
Secrecy came naturally to John le Carré, and there were some secrets that he fought fiercely to keep. Nowhere was this more so than in his private life. Apparently content in his marriage, the novelist conducted a string of love affairs over four decades.To keep these relationships secret, he made use of tradecraft that he had learned as a spy: code names and cover stories, cut outs, safe houses and dead letter boxes. Such affairs introduced both jeopardy and excitement into what was otherwise a quiet, ordered life. Le Carré seemed to require the stimulus they provided in order to write, though this meant deceiving those closest to him.It is no coincidence that betrayal became a recurrent theme in his work. Adam Sisman s definitive biography, published in 2015, revealed much about the elusive spy-turned-novelist; yet le Carré was adamant that some subjects should remain hidden, at least during his lifetime. The Secret Life of John le Carré is the story of what was left out, and offers reflections on the difficult relationship between biographer and subject.More than that, it adds a necessary coda to the life and work of this complex, driven, restless man. The Secret Life of John le Carré reveals a hitherto-hidden perspective on the life and work of the spy-turned-author and a fascinating meditation on the complex relationship between biographer and subject.
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Goodnight Already! - Jory John
A hilarious bedtime story from debut childrenâ ™s book author Jory John, and Benji Davies, illustrator of Storm Whale.Meet Bear. He s exhausted. All he wants is to go to sleep. Meet Duck, Bear s persistent next-door neighbour. All he wants is to hang out . . . with Bear.How will Bear ever fall asleep!
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Maisie Jones and the Dinosaur Bones - Lily Murray
Maisie Jones and the Dinosaur Bones is a fun, feminist, fossil-filled adventure that tells all young children: follow your dreams and you ll find a way. From the bestselling team behind A Dress With Pockets, Lily Murray and Jenny Løvlie.Maisie Jones lives by the sea, and can always be seen out searching the shore for treasures that she sells in her family s fossil shop. She wants to make a big discovery ⠓ to find her very own dinosaur bones. But when she does find something spectacular, a stuffy man in a top hat steals her discovery, and tries to claim it for himself! The race is on ⠓ Maisie must track down the pompous professor and make sure everyone knows that it was Maisie Jones who found the dinosaur bones!Inspired by the real-life story of paleontologist Mary Anning, and with a bonus page all about her discoveries at the back, Maisie Jones and the Dinosaur Bones is the perfect book for treasure hunters and big dreamers.
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Peanut Jones and the Twelve Portals - Rob Biddulph
Wildly imaginative, brilliantly written and perfectly illustrated. This is a joy to read. – David WalliamsSuperstar, author and illustrator Rob Biddulph dazzles in Peanut Jones and the Twelve Portals. This second title in the hilarious adventure series for boys and girls aged 8 to 12 fizzes with magic, danger, friendship and art. It is fully illustrated throughout by Rob, the creative genius behind #DrawWithRob. Another absolute smasher from Rob Biddulph! Gorgeously illustrated and a joyfully escapist adventure. – Louie Stowell, author of Loki: A Bad God s Guide to Being GoodSome legends are born, some are drawn . . .Famous works of art are disappearing from all over the world. One moment they are there, the next, they have crumbled to dust. Peanut Jones, artist and adventurer, and her friends suspect it might have something to do with the magical world of Chroma and the wicked Mr White s plot to wipe out colour, art and creativity. It s time to head back to the Illustrated City and help the resistance fight back. . .*Winner of The Week Junior s Cover of the Year Award*Praise for the first title in the series Peanut Jones and the Illustrated City: Peanut Jones is AWESOME. I loved this book from start to finish - the story is packed with twists and turns, and Rob’s illustrations are full of wit and warmth . . . I need to know what happens next! – Nadia Shireen A wildly imaginative, big-hearted celebration of creativity – Anna James, author of the Pages Co series Look at this utter beauty . . . This book is EPIC – Laura Ellen Anderson, author of the Amelia Fang series
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Cat Problems - Jory John
What could a pampered house cat possibly have to complain about?Just like most cats, this cat lives an extremely comfortable life. But he has his problems, too...The sun spot he s trying to bathe in just won t stop moving. The nosy neighbour squirrel just can t seem to mind its own business. And don t even get him started on the hoover! It s an absolute menace! Will this cat ever find the silver lining?From picture book superstars Jory John and Lane Smith, the creators of Penguin Problems and Giraffe Problems, comes a brand-new, hilarious collaboration sure to tickle every feline fan and owner!
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I Love You Already! - Jory John
Duck just wants Bear to love him backâ ¦ Another hilarious adventure from the team behind GOODNIGHT ALREADY!Bear is looking forward to a nice quiet day, relaxing all by himself. But Duck lives next door, and he loves Bear very much. And he canâ ™t wait to show him how much, with a fun-filled day out!Will Bear ever get to relax by himself? Will Duck ever get Bear to love him back?A fun-filled, laugh-out-loud adventure about friendship and family, from the bestselling author Jory John and award-winning illustrator Benji Davies.
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The Slab Boys by John Byrne: School Edition - John Byrne, Carolyn Cunningham
A Schools Edition of The Slab Boys by Scottish playwright John Byrne, a popular set text for SQA Higher English.A semi-autobiographical work, The Slab Boys is set in the slab room of A.F. Stobo Co Carpet Manufacturers in Paisley and the action takes place on one day in 1957. It explores themes such as rebellion and conformity, social class and social mobility, youth, deception, and frustrated ambition and achievement.This edition includes:- An introduction by John Byrne, who was a slab boy himself before becoming a playwright and artist- The full playscript- Notes, quotations and questions to improve students understanding of the play and support study/revision- Tasks and activities that build the skills of analysis and evaluation that students must demonstrate in the exam- Assessment advice for the Critical Reading question paperThis is the only single-volume version of The Slab Boys, taken from The Slab Boys Trilogy.
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Penguin Problems - Jory John
Little Penguin has problems: his beak is cold; thereâ ™s snow everywhere; the water smells salty; he waddles; he looks the same as everybody else. No â “ itâ ™s not easy being a penguin!The New York Times called Penguin Problems both â œfunny and acerbic,â the London Evening Standard declared it to be â œhilarious,â and the Observer proclaimed, A philosophy manual for readers of all ages ... wonderfully original. In this hilarious first collaboration from Jory John and the multi-award winning Lane Smith, a penguin levels with human readers about what penguin life is really like ... and it isn t all fun and games! Have you ever considered running away to Antarctica? Of course you have! Because it s a land free of worries and responsibilities! Think again, my friend. This penguin has come to tell you that his life down there is no picnic. For starters, it is freezing. Also, penguins have loads of natural predators. Plus, can you imagine trying to find your mum in a big crowd of identical penguins? A feel-good read-aloud for readers of all ages, and the perfect Christmas gift.
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All Right Already! - Jory John
Duck just wants to play with his best friend Bearâ ¦ the final story in the hilarious Duck and Bear series from an award-winning team!Duck wants to play in the snow.But Bear thinks itâ ™s waaaaay too cold.Who will Duck hike in the snow with?Will Bear ever come outside?! And will these two neighbours EVER get along?A fun-filled, laugh-out-loud adventure about friendship and family, from the bestselling author Jory John and award-winning illustrator Benji Davies, perfect for boys and girls aged three and up â “ and everyone who sometimes needs a friendâ ¦
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Nejlepší sýr - Jory John
Veselý příběh o touze vyniknout, pokoře a přátelstvíSýr je ve všem nejlepší a neváhá se tím pochlubit. A rozhodně není zvyklý prohrávat, takže když se na každoročním Velkém sýrovém závodě objeví někdo, kdo ho porazí, přinese mu to pořádné rozčarování. Naučí se sýr, že jsou i důležitější věci než být vždycky první? Podpora zdravých vztahů Knížka dětem ukazuje, že není třeba být za každou cenu nejlepší a že se stačí rozhlédnout kolem sebe, abychom našli spoustu zajímavých lidí a životních příběhů. Kniha oceňovaného autora dětské literatury Jory John je americký autor literatury pro děti a podle The New York Times patří k nejprodávanějším autorům. Jeho knížky se řadí mezi bestsellery. Dvakrát získal ocenění E. B. White Read Aloud Award. Čeští čtenáři ho znají například jako spoluautora úspěšné série Děsná dvojka. Světově uznávaný malíř a ilustrátor Pete Oswald je malíř, ilustrátor a filmař. Je spoluautorem knihy Mingo the Flamingo. Pracoval jako designér postav a výtvarník ve filmech Madagaskar 2: Útěk do Afriky, Zataženo, občas trakaře a Hotel Transylvánie. Byl také hlavním výtvarníkem filmu The Angry Birds.
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Frajer hrášek - Jory John
Laskavý příběh o tom, co znamená být frajerHrášek se neúspěšně snaží zapadnout mezi bývalé kamarády a být frajer jako oni, ale vůbec se mu to nedaří, a tak se radši drží stranou. Kdo mu pomůže pochopit, že je také jedinečný? I malí mohou dokázat hodně Vyprávění dětem ukáže, že frajer může být každý a že někdy stačí jen vlídné slovo nebo malá laskavost a všechno se může změnit. Kniha oceňovaného autora dětské literatury Jory John je americký autor literatury pro děti a podle The New York Times patří k nejprodávanějším autorům. Jeho knížky se řadí mezi bestsellery. Dvakrát získal ocenění E. B. White Read Aloud Award. Čeští čtenáři ho znají například jako spoluautora úspěšné série Děsná dvojka. Světově uznávaný malíř a ilustrátor Pete Oswald je malíř, ilustrátor a filmař. Je spoluautorem knihy Mingo the Flamingo. Pracoval jako designér postav a výtvarník ve filmech Madagaskar 2: Útěk do Afriky, Zataženo, občas trakaře a Hotel Transylvánie. Byl také hlavním výtvarníkem filmu The Angry Birds.
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Mrzutá bobulka - Jory John
Vtipný příběh o tom, že nikdo není bezchybnýBobulka je naštvaná na celý svět. Všichni se k ní chovají hrozně, a když má narozeniny, na přichystanou velkolepou oslavu se nikdo neobtěžuje přijít. To je přece tak bezohledné a nespravedlivé! Jak se s tím má oslavenkyně vyrovnat? Ale nebude v tom nějaký háček? Síla odpuštění Knížka malým čtenářům ukazuje, že je potřeba být laskavý a shovívavý ke druhým, ale také sám k sobě. A když se něco nepovede, nezapomenout odpouštět. Kniha oceňovaného autora dětské literatury Jory John je americký autor literatury pro děti a podle The New York Times patří k nejprodávanějším autorům. Jeho knížky se řadí mezi bestsellery. Dvakrát získal ocenění E. B. White Read Aloud Award. Čeští čtenáři ho znají například jako spoluautora úspěšné série Děsná dvojka. Světově uznávaný malíř a ilustrátor Pete Oswald je malíř, ilustrátor a filmař. Je spoluautorem knihy Mingo the Flamingo. Pracoval jako designér postav a výtvarník ve filmech Madagaskar 2: Útěk do Afriky, Zataženo, občas trakaře a Hotel Transylvánie. Byl také hlavním výtvarníkem filmu The Angry Birds.
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Giraffe Problems - Jory John
Penguins arenâ ™t the only animal out there with problems, oh noâ ¦Praise for Penguin Problems: A small philosophy manual for readers of all ages ... wonderfully original ObserverFrom Jory John and Lane Smith, the winner of the 2017 Kate Greenaway Medal, comes a laugh-out-loud companion to the acclaimed Penguin Problems. Edward the giraffe can t understand why his neck is as long and bendy and ridiculous as it is. No other animal has a neck this absurd. He s tried disguising it, dressing it up, strategically hiding it behind bushes ... anything he can think of. But just when he s exhausted his neck-hiding options, a turtle ambles in and tries to help him understand that his neck has a purpose ... and looks excellent in a bow tie.
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Dad Jokes: The Punny Edition - Jokes Dad Says
THE FOURTH COLLECTION FROM THE INSTAGRAM SENSATION @DADSAYSJOKESQ: How does a penguin build a house? A: Igloos it together. The global Instagram sensation, @DadSaysJokes, returns for another collection of side-splitting gags to share with friends and family. Guaranteed to keep the laughs and groans coming in equal measure, the cheesy jokes inside will not disappoint.@DadSaysJokes is a community-run Dad jokes network on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter, with more than 8 million followers, inspired by the daily jokes of author Kit Chilvers dad, Andrew. Every day, followers submit their jokes and the team picks their favourites - or Dad just drops in his own zinger! Kit, a young social networking influencer, started his career at the tender age of 14 when he created his original platform, Football.Newz. He has since added 15 platforms including @pubity, the global feel-good news page that has almost 40 million followers. This is his fourth book.
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The Vampyre - John William Polidori
When Aubrey, a young Englishman, meets a mysterious man from London high society, Lord Ruthven, they become unlikely friends. Shortly after, Aubrey decides to accompany the noble on a trip to Rome. However, when a moral disagreement arises between the two, Aubrey decides to leave Ruthven in Rome, and goes off on his own. Arriving in Greece, Aubrey meets Ianthe, and the two share an immediate connection. After sharing stories and an evening together, Aubrey and Ianthe part ways for the night. However, after a devastating turn of events, Aubrey and Ruthven reunite, and Aubrey, ready to leave Greece behind, is happy to travel with the older man once again. But as they continue their travels, Aubrey slowly begins to notice Ruthven’s odd behavior. After even more consideration, Aubrey realizes a shocking pattern—nearly everyone that Ruthven comes in close contact to meets an untimely end. Afraid of his newly acquired knowledge, Aubrey attempts to distance himself from the suspicious man, though he is forced to reconsider his efforts when Ruthven expresses intent to marry Aubrey’s sister. First published under Lord Byron’s name, The Vampyre rose to immediate commercial success. However, though he was inspired by a discarded piece of Lord Bryon’s work, both authors have since admitted that John William Polidori was the true writer of The Vampyre. Considered to be the first work of vampire fiction, The Vampyre had an immense role in shaping vampires as literary figures, influencing the canonical rules of vampires that many still follow today. First published in 1819, Polidori’s The Vampyre remains to be a thrilling and spooky read centuries later, and has since inspired both film and theater adaptations. With mystery and eerie suspense, Polidori’s work is an extraordinary example of 19th century gothic horror. This edition of The Vampyre by John William Polidori features a striking new cover design and is printed in a font that is both modern and readable. With these accommodations, The Vampyre caters to a contemporary audience while preserving the original innovation of John William Polidori’s work.
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Humble Pie - Jory John
The Humble Pie likes to give others the spotlight. Aw, shucks!—they deserve it!But when he’s paired with his best friend, Jake the Cake, for a school project, he soon realizes that staying in the shadows isn’t always as sweet as pie. Readers of all ages will laugh along as their new pie pal discovers that letting your voice be heard always takes the cake!Jory John and Pete Oswald serve up another heaping plate of laughs and lessons with this empowering, witty, and charming addition to their #1 New York Times bestselling series!
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The VERY Embarrassing Book of Dad Jokes - Ian Allen
A collection of side-splitting jokes collected from dads around the world, all of whom think they are hilarious Why did the banana go to the doctors? Because he wasn t peeling very well! Proving the age-old maxim that it s in the way that you tell them, dads have always been renowned for being truly godawful joke tellers. Whether it s telling them at the wrong moment, misremembering the punchline, or it just simply being a terrible joke to begin with, dads are an embarrassment to the whole family when it comes to trying to be funny. This collection is full to the brim with jokes that only dad would dare tell—jokes that will make you groan, sigh, and then probably groan again. Dads take great pleasure in these kinds of jokes and some of them are so terrible they blossom into actual ribticklers—but don t tell your dad that, it will only encourage him.
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A Leap of Faith For The Cornish Midwife - Jo Bartlett
Discover the top 10 bestselling Cornish Midwives series!Midwife Izzy is devastated to learn that her beloved grandmother is dying. Abandoned as a baby by her own mother, her grandparents have been the only family Izzy has ever known and she wants to spend every last precious moment with them. New locum vicar, Noah, is a wonderful support â “ kind, considerate and always there for Izzy whenever she needs a shoulder to cry on. But secretly Noah is battling his own doubts about his faith â “ how can he offer Izzy comfort if he doesnâ ™t truly believe his own words?When Izzy and Noah are brought together to support grieving parents, Noah reaches breaking point. He can t stay in Port Agnes and live a lie. But Izzy is adamant itâ ™s the only place she can beâ ¦. Will love find a way or will Izzy s hopes of a future be dashed?A heartwarming and captivating read from bestselling author Jo Bartlett, perfect for fans of Jessica Redland, Holly Martin and Heidi Swain. Praise for Jo Bartlett: Stunning setting, wonderful characters, and oozing with warmth. A triumph from Jo Bartlett Jessica Redland Perfectly written and set in the beating heart of a community, this story is a wonderful slice of Cornish escapism Helen J Rolfe I absolutely love the Cornish Midwife series, especially being an aspiring midwife from Cornwall. Despite being fiction, these books never fail to motivate me to carry on studying when things get tough and really become The Cornish Midwife myself ?????????? Reader Review I get so absorbed in the books from the Cornish Midwife series, I canâ ™t put them down. The characters are like my colleagues, a tight group of people who love the job they do. The stories are truly captivating and make me feel like I am working alongside the characters, as the series mirrors my working life as a Midwifery Care Assistant so well ?????????? Reader Review
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The Story of the Buddha - Tarrant John
For readers of mythology, an original and introspective journey through the life of the Buddha accompanied by 26 beautiful color illustrations and 8 meditations.From longtime Zen teacher and poet John Tarrant, this is an original retelling of the foundational myth of Buddhism—the life of the Buddha. Told and retold for centuries, this story holds a special place in the human legacy because it is, ultimately, an investigation of the nature of mind and consciousness. Literary-minded readers and fans of myths and folklore will be especially drawn to the Buddha’s encounters with kings, gods, heroes, monsters, and wise teachers in his spiritual quest.In this captivating narrative, the author leans into his memories of the Egyptian and Greek myths he encountered as a child. “If we pour ourselves into the story of the Buddha,” he writes, “we enter the journey from an unusual place as far as myths go; we begin where the Odyssey ends.” The Buddha already had everything—a palace, family, food, wealth—yet he was suffocating with discontent. He needed to embark on a journey involving pain, searching, magic, and personal discovery. This led to his awakening and the teachings that form the basis of Buddhism.John Tarrant frames the story with an intimate, inquisitive introduction and postscript that reflect his decades of studying koans and will resonate with a broad readership. The story of the Buddha is personal—it becomes your own story, opening an unexpected path to awakening. If you listen to the images that arise in its telling, you can find where you are in life and where you are headed.The Buddha’s story becomes more personal with the concluding section of reflections and eight meditations about his life drawn from the Zen tradition. The book’s gorgeous full-color historical illustrations of characters and events in the Buddha’s life enrich the narrative journey. This lovely little book is a meaningful gift or addition to your own bedside or coffee table.
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